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After a tumultuous first nine games of the season, the Philadelphia 76ers finally got superstar center Joel Embiid back. The former MVP played his first game of the 2024-25 season last night, but not everyone was happy about Embiid’s performance. Embiid’s season debut had been delayed by “injury management,” as well as a suspension from […]

Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid might be the NBA’s most controversial player. Naismith Basketball Hall-of-Famer Shaquille O’Neal didn’t mince words about the 30-year-old’s attitude during halftime of the 76ers-New York Knicks game on Tuesday. O’Neal wanted Embiid to come with “more energy,” in his season debut, via NBA on TNT. "Joel Embiid will never win […]

Considering the colossal amount of hype surrounding the New York Knicks coming out of the offseason, it is only natural that there is some skepticism following their 4-5 start to the 2024-25 NBA season. Shaquille O’Neal is emphasizing one concern that could have a long-term negative impact on their championship ambitions. “I think the Knicks […]

It still feels unusual to a lot of fans to see Klay Thompson wearing a Dallas Mavericks uniform. After all, Thompson spent over a decade with the Golden State Warriors. Despite what appeared to be a bumpy end to his time with the Warriors, Thompson said that he still appreciates the time he spent with […]

NBA streaks are quite common. However, they aren’t always easy to maintain. But while anyone can start a streak in the NBA, there’s no doubt that some of them are unusual at best. Here are the 10 most unusual NBA streaks, ranked. 10. Kevin Burleson’s 35-straight missed field goals Kevin Burleson is currently an assistant […]

The NBA has seen a ratings decline to begin the 2024-25 season. NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal revealed his “theory” in reference to the viewership decline while speaking on The Big Podcast, via Playmaker. “I have a theory. It’s (ratings) down because we’re looking at the same thing; everybody is running the same plays,” O’Neal said. […]

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal is confident that Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks have what it takes to reach the playoffs this season. In Friday’s episode of The Big Podcast with Shaq, O’Neal shared his admiration for the Hawks’ playoff potential with Young leading the way. “They will make the playoffs.They’re not bad to where […]

The Inside the NBA show is one of the most iconic segments in helping basketball fans love the game even more. The show features Hall of Famers Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley, two-time NBA champion Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson. But while fans loved their segments, it seems like Inside the NBA is coming to […]

Dwayne Wade’s Miami Heat statue has been the talk of the week so far, and Shaquille O’Neal couldn’t miss the moment to crack a joke as well. During his Shaqtin’ a Fool segment on TNT, he had the statue ranked as No. 1 on his list in front of Ben Simmons, LeBron James, and Dennis […]

Shaquille O’Neal is getting candid about his past relationships and what he believes will be the outcome of his previous transgressions when it comes to looking for love in the future. In a conversation with Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese on her podcast Unapologetically Angel, the four-time NBA champ was asked if he would ever try […]

Shaquille O’Neal has found himself at the center of controversy following a conversation with LSU basketball star Angel Reese on her podcast, Unapologetically Angel. During their chat, the topic turned to Reese’s appearance on Wild ‘N Out, where she had worn a light blue crop top and matching shorts. Shaq, 51, offered what he described […]

Shaquille O’Neal is a big fan of Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry, but not necessarily for his on-court skills. Instead, O’Neal admitted that his affinity for Curry comes from the 36-year-old’s physique. O’Neal said he has never seen anything like Curry before, who looks like a “normal office guy” despite being considered by […]

One of the most persistent criticisms of the WNBA is the lack of dunking — there have been fewer than 40 dunks in the league’s nearly 30-year history — and NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal tried to make his case for lowering the rim and thus increasing dunking personally to Chicago Sky star Angel Reese. But […]

NBA legend and TNT analyst Shaquille O’Neal issued another wild take on Thursday’s episode of the final season of Inside the NBA by making a bold prediction about this year’s NBA champion after watching only one game. While the Inside crew are prone to bold claims, particularly Shaq and Charles Barkley, the Big Aristotle’s claim is […]

Shaquille O’Neal recently shared his admiration for Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, drawing a comparison between her long-range shooting and that of NBA superstar Stephen Curry. In an appearance on Angel Reese’s podcast, “Unapologetically Angel,” O’Neal marveled at Clark’s ability to hit deep three-pointers, which he likened to Curry’s signature shooting style. “Why you think […]

Paolo Banchero delivered a standout performance in the Orlando Magic’s season-opening 116-97 victory over the Miami Heat, marking their first win in Miami since the 2018-19 season. The Magic spoiled the Heat’s special night, which featured a ceremony naming the court after team president Pat Riley. Banchero, now in his third season, led the charge […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James checked into an official NBA game for the first time in the Lakers’ home opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Superstar LeBron James entered the game with his son Bronny by his side, and the pair made history as the first father-son duo to do so. As Hall of Fame […]

Shaquille O’Neal recently opened up about his collegiate basketball journey at LSU during an episode of The Big Podcast with Shaq. Known for his outstanding performance on the court, O’Neal‘s tenure with the LSU Tigers from 1989 to 1992 set high standards. However, despite his accolades—including averaging 21.6 points, 13.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists, along […]

The center position is arguably the most important position in the game of basketball. Having a strong center means that a team has a willing interior defender who can grab rebounds but can also score on the offensive end of the floor. The position has seen quite an evolution over the years, with centers being […]

Among the many storylines that basketball fans will be keeping an eye on as the 2024-25 NBA season begins, the continued evolution of San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama is one that will be at the top of everyone’s list. Wembanyama cruised to a unanimous Rookie of the Year win last season, and is widely […]

While on his The Big Podcast with co-host Adam Lefkoe, Shaquille O’Neal admitted to having some “professional jealousy” about LeBron James and Bronny James forming the first father-son duo to play in the NBA. “I strive off of professional jealousy. I’m jealous a little bit. My son was in that position. Life is all about […]

The Dallas Cowboys have the talent to be successful, but they have had a bumpy start to the 2024 season. Dallas sits at 3-3 following their Week 6 loss to the Detroit Lions. The team can address its woes in several ways; however, NBA legend and former Los Angeles Lakers center Shaquille O’Neal hit Cowboys […]

The 2024-25 NBA season is nearly upon us, with the reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics appearing to have not missed a beat since we last saw them in June, while upstart teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare to challenge them for the throne. While the Celtics were historically dominant a year ago, there is […]

Shaquille O’Neal always finds a way to get himself on screen, even when he is not officially a part of the broadcast. During the pivotal Week 7 SEC matchup between LSU and Ole Miss, O’Neal traveled down to his alma mater to witness the game in person and found his way onto the ESPN broadcast. […]

While on The Big Podcast with Shaquille O’Neal and Adam Lefkoe, Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban was asked and explained why he sold 73% of the franchise to the Adelson and Dumont families last year. “I sold the team for two reasons. One, my kids are 15, 18 and 21. It puts a lot […]

Although former ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski announced his retirement in September, Shaq talked on The Big Podcast about how he doesn’t see how the ‘Woj Bomb’ was truly impactful. “Woj was just a well-respected guy and when you respect somebody, you share certain information with them,” Shaq said. For example, only me and Mark (Cuban) […]

The NBA will be going into its final season with TNT after losing its basketball rights and not renewing a deal with them. Instead, places such as NBC, Peacock, and ESPN will be airing games for the foreseeable future. With TNT coming to an end, Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson will […]

Shaquille O’Neal gets his very own skin in Fortnite and it comes in two packages based on his two alter egos: Super Shaq and DJ Diesel. In this article, we take a look at all of the new Shaquille O’Neal cosmetics, including the new Outfits, Emotes, Wraps, Back Blings, and Pickaxes as part of these […]

Angel Reese recently found herself in a lighthearted yet high-stakes moment with NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, as the two engaged in a playful bet over his free-throw shooting skills. In a video posted to her Instagram Story, Reese challenged Shaq with a $100,000 wager, saying, “$100,000 if you make this shot. Let’s see,” per the […]

Just when you think the neverending beef between Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard might be over, it comes back once again to rehash old NBA drama. In this latest installment, he and Shaq shared Instagram comments to X, along with Howard’s recent appearance on the Above The Rim podcast with a caption that read: “The […]

NBA 2K25‘s brand new BBQ Buckets set in MyTEAM adds various Pink Diamond players like Shaquille O’Neal, Ja Morant, and more. Furthermore, the set also includes various other high-rated players to bolster your MyTEAM roster with. This includes several other high-rated player items like Diamond items Bradley Beal, DeMar DeRozan, and more. Without further ado, […]

NBA players are usually busy during the regular season. But in the offseason, with plenty of time to kill, it isn’t surprising that some NBA players opt to have a side hustle. This can include playing golf, launching a rap album, or filming movies. However some NBA players decide to open a restaurant. While some […]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert has dealt with his share of criticism from Hall-of-Famer Shaquille O’Neal. In August, O’Neal slammed Gobert for cheating the system after he signed a five-year, $205 million contract. On an episode of the 7 PM in Brooklyn podcast, Carmelo Anthony took sides in the feud between the two centers. “I wish […]

Tom Brady has received mixed reviews for his performance in the broadcast booth with Fox but NBA legend and Inside The NBA analyst Shaquille O’Neal isn’t judging Brady too harshly. On the latest episode of The Big Podcast with Shaq, the four-time NBA champion weighed in on Brady in the booth and how he can continue […]

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has long advocated for women’s basketball, and now he has placed his bet on the brewing rivalry between the Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese and the Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark. Both Reese and Clark have drawn millions of new viewers to the WNBA, thanks to their stellar play and college battles, with […]

Throughout NBA history, there have been plenty of NBA stars that have left legacies that will remembered for generations to come. But while a player can be great, only a handful of have left a significant impact to influence an entire generation of hoopers. Here’s the 10 most influential players in NBA history. 10. Kareem […]

Shaquille O’Neal has raised a significant question about the Boston Celtics’ ability to defend their NBA title. After the Celtics completed one of the most commanding playoff runs in recent history, finishing with a 16-3 record and capturing their first NBA championship since 2008, O’Neal, a former Celtic himself, expressed doubts about the level of […]

TNT’s Inside the NBA is going into its final season on television after they were unable to strike a deal with the NBA. The league instead decided to sign a new deal with ESPN and Amazon Prime. That has left the likes of Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson on the outside […]

As the NBA season approaches, Hall-of-Famer Shaquille O’Neal has called out a plethora of players. This time, he went after Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons on a recent episode of The Big Podcast. “Ben is sensitive right,” O’Neal said. “He came in with a lot of hype, played nobody. When he got exposed, we saw […]